About How Many CTOs? Podcast

Welcome to the How Many CTOs? Podcast, where technology leadership takes center stage. Hosted by Brad Hefta-Gaub and Scott Porad, this podcast explores the diverse challenges and decisions faced by CTOs across industries, offering real-world insights from the front lines of tech leadership.

Every episode features candid conversations with guest CTOs and senior technical leaders, who share their experiences navigating the evolving landscape of innovation, team dynamics, and product strategy. Whether you’re a CTO yourself or an aspiring technology leader, How Many CTOs? provides you with actionable advice, thought-provoking discussions, and a glimpse into the lives of the people driving change in today’s tech-driven world.

Join us as we dive into what it takes to lead at the intersection of business and technology, with a healthy dose of humor and a genuine curiosity about the question: “How many CTOs does it take?”

Brad Hefta-Gaub

Brad Hefta-Gaub is a seasoned technologist with over 35 years of experience building and nurturing tech ventures from the ground up. As a Fractional CTO and Strategic Advisor, he guides startups through product development, technological innovation, and engineering excellence. Known for his hands-on, data-driven approach and people-first philosophy, Brad has a proven track record of delivering collaborative solutions. He co-hosts the How Many CTOs? podcast, exploring the evolving challenges of technology leadership.

Scott Porad

Scott Porad is a veteran technology professional with over 28 years of experience across online media, e-commerce, social content, and gig-economy marketplaces. He has a proven track record of leading teams in emerging technology and business models. An innovative, creative, and curious project manager, Scott co-hosts the How Many CTOs? podcast and continues to coach, mentor, and advise other professionals.